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Princeton Youth Hockey Association Awards
 
Joseph P. Leddy, Jr. Trophy
In Memory of Joseph Patrick Leddy, Jr.
February 11, 1967-March 2, 1984
Princeton Pee Wee Hockey 1973-1981
 
Pee Wee Award
 
 
Shortly after arriving in Princeton as a six year old, Joey became a participant in the PYHA. The eldest of five boys, he led the Leddy family through the Princeton Youth program. Growing to an exemplary young man, Joey was not the most skilled player on his teams. He learned the art of hockey through his attention to his development and perseverance which earned him a position as a great contributor to the success of his teams. Joey skated right through the PYHA midget level, while attending the Little Brook School, Princeton Day School and the Lawrenceville School.
 
The Leddy Award recognizes a Pee Wee level player for notable character, sportsmanship and perseverance.

William S. Smoyer Trophy
In Memory of 2^nd Lt. William Stanley Smoyer, USMCR
Killed in Action, Vietnam, July 28, 1968
 
Bantam Award
 
 
Billy Smoyer participated in the PYHA, attended Princeton Day School captaining the hockey and soccer teams, and attended Dartmouth College where he earned six varsity letters and the great respect of those who knew him. Shortly after graduating from Dartmouth, Bill chose to enlist in the Marines officer program recognizing his duty to his country. He was sent to Vietnam in 1968 at the age of 22 where he was killed in action. With his passing, the Princeton community lost a remarkable young man. Bill was a fierce competitor and a gentleman. Bill had a wonderful sense of humor and a quiet concern to understand the people he knew.
 
The Smoyer Award recognizes a Bantam level player for notable character, sportsmanship and perseverance.

 
 
 
 
 
Dave and Peg Firth Trophy
In Honor of David and Margaret Firth
 
 
This goes to a player or volunteer that has gone above and beyond the call
 
Peg and Dave Firth were an integral part of PYHA from 1988 to 2003. During these years, they devoted themselves selflessly to the growth and betterment of the organization. Dave served as President for four years, while Peg served as Treasurer and Registrar for many years. Their two sons, Steven and Tim, participated in the Princeton program from Mite through Midget. This award is presented to a devoted participant in the Princeton Youth Hockey Association.
 
The Firth Award recognizes a PYHA member demonstrating unusual loyalty, dedication and service to the Princeton Youth Hockey Association.

 


Princeton Youth Hockey Lifetime Achievement Award
 
Mite To Midget Dedication to PYHA
 
This award goes to those second year 16U players that have been with the Princeton Youth Hockey Association for their entire youth hockey career.  It acknowledges their loyalty and dedication to the organization.